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Crow
Deerhoof Lyrics
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Crow of two, Mirth
You see crow of three, Wed
Crow of four, Birth
You see crow of five, Rich
Crow of six, thief
You see crow of seven, Leave
If you see crows high in the sky,
Call out their number
You'll know the reason why
You see crow of nine, Shh
Crow of ten, Sorrow
You see crow of eleven, Love
Crow of twelve, Tomorrow
If you see crows high in the sky,
Call out their number
You'll know the reason why
The lyrics to Deerhoof's song "Crow" are a series of cryptic verses that outline different qualities or emotions associated with various numbers of crows. Each bird represents a different idea, ranging from bad and mirthful to sorrowful and hopeful. The first set of verses introduces the concept, listing different characteristics and corresponding crows, while the second set adds a refrain urging the listener to "call out their number" when spotting a group of crows in the sky to understand their significance.
At face value, the lyrics can be interpreted as simply a curious observation about the behavior and symbolism of crows. However, the repeated message to "call out their number" suggests a deeper meaning. Perhaps the song is a metaphor for paying attention to the nuances of life and not taking things at face value. By identifying the individual crows and the emotions they represent, the listener gains a richer understanding of the world around them.
Deerhoof is known for their enigmatic and thought-provoking lyrics, and "Crow" is no exception. The imagery of the crow is often associated with death, mystery, and transformation, making it a fitting symbol for these abstract concepts. The song's haunting melody and sparse instrumentation add to the eerie atmosphere, making the listener feel like they are peering into a mystical realm.
Line by Line Meaning
You see crow of one, Bad
When you see one crow, it signifies something bad.
Crow of two, Mirth
When you see two crows, it signifies happiness or mirth.
You see crow of three, Wed
When you see three crows, it signifies a wedding or union.
Crow of four, Birth
When you see four crows, it signifies a birth or new creation.
You see crow of five, Rich
When you see five crows, it signifies wealth or richness.
Crow of six, thief
When you see six crows, it signifies thievery or stealing.
You see crow of seven, Leave
When you see seven crows, it signifies leaving or a goodbye.
Crow of eight, Grief
When you see eight crows, it signifies grief or sorrow.
If you see crows high in the sky,
Call out their number
You'll know the reason why
If you see a group of crows in the sky, count them and understand the meaning behind the number of crows you see.
You see crow of nine, Shh
When you see nine crows, it signifies a need to keep quiet or 'shh'.
Crow of ten, Sorrow
When you see ten crows, it signifies sadness or sorrow.
You see crow of eleven, Love
When you see eleven crows, it signifies love or affection.
Crow of twelve, Tomorrow
When you see twelve crows, it signifies the idea of tomorrow or the future.
Lyrics © TERRORBIRD PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: GREGORY LOVELL SAUNIER, KELLY GOODE, ROB FISK, SATOMI MATSUZAKI
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